“Video solutions in the NPTEL-GATE portal provided clarity on the questions. Tips and tricks were also available, which helped me to solve the questions quickly. Precise and concise content was available in syllabus mapping. The sorting feature also helped me prepare and assess based on the year and topics,” said Ram Balaji, a #1 GATE rank holder in 2022.
Every year, on an average, the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) exam in India witnesses the participation of over 10 lakh students, all striving to secure a coveted rank in this highly competitive examination.
In 2023, approximately 5.17 lakh students took the GATE exam; of this substantial number, about one lakh students successfully cleared the exam. Achieving a remarkable GATE rank is crucial for prospects, and students typically commence their preparation at least six months in advance. Many opt for coaching from private institutions and online platforms, which often come with a hefty price tag, starting at Rs. 50,000 and upwards.
Nitish Kumar, who achieved a GATE Rank of 10,000, says that the NPTEL-GATE portal is the best platform for GATE preparation compared to other institutions in the market.
A Gem Among Costly Options
However, in this sea of costly preparation options, there shines a hope for GATE aspirants – the NPTEL-GATE portal, a joint initiative of the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and the Indian Institute of Science (IISc). The most remarkable aspect of this platform is that it is free for GATE examination learners, offering a wealth of resources indispensable for exam success.
“It is a free, simple, and organized portal I recommend to other GATE learners,” says Bikash Sahu, a GATE exam learner from Odisha.
From quick recaps to detailed solutions and tricks, the video solutions to previous years’ questions are one of the most valuable features of the NPTEL-GATE portal.
Success Stories with NPTEL-GATE Portal
“The solutions for previous years’ questions were helpful during the GATE exam. The NPTEL-GATE portal is a free and valuable portal for GATE learners,” says Todkar Surendra, a GATE rank holder from Maharashtra. While Todkar has been admitted into NIT Nagpur, he plans to reappear for the GATE exam to achieve a higher rank.
Shantanu Dhara, who is set to pursue Engineering Physics at IIT Guwahati found the NPTEL-GATE portal helpful for conceptual study and question-solving. “The mock test helped me improve my rank, and lectures helped me understand the basics of corresponding courses,” says Shantanu Dhara, GATE Rank 318.
How does the portal work?
Gate.nptel.ac.in is the portal where the first step is to check out the mapping of every past year’s question to NPTEL video lectures so that students can get a quick idea of the concept to be applied.
If one wants more hand holding, there are videos with detailed explanations on how to solve every question.
Additional questions have been created on similar lines as the questions in the actual exam and are available for practice. Live sessions are conducted throughout the week in the various disciplines that help clarify doubts, and most importantly, timed mock tests are conducted every Sunday and scores are shared the next day.
The NPTEL-GATE Advantage
In a landscape where the cost of GATE preparation can be a barrier to many, the NPTEL-GATE portal gives all the above features for FREE and emerges as a valuable ally, democratizing access to top-notch educational content. I like the in-depth explanations of the previous years’ questions by faculties. Some questions in the NPTEL assignments motivate you to learn more,” says Gaurav Bholanath Mungekar, Maharashtra, GATE Rank 894.
Bikash Sahu, a GATE learner from Odisha, mentions feeling confident after attempting the mock tests. He adds that the portal is an accessible, organised, and straightforward platform that every GATE learner should use.
The NPTEL-GATE portal is not just a cost-effective choice; it’s a path to success for future engineers and innovators looking to conquer the GATE exam.